The Wasp — 1880 — page 153: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **editorial and administrative content** rather than satirical cartoons. The masthead and subscription information dominate. The two small illustrations present are: 1. **"TOO MUCH POLITICS"** – depicts caricatured political figures amid voting chaos, satirizing the upcoming 1880 election season and what the editor views as excessive partisan maneuvering. 2. **"A DOUBTFUL SEED"** – shows what appears to be a seed or plant, accompanying text criticizing Democratic-Green back party affiliations and discussing General Butler's political positioning. The editorials attack **government corruption** through the "spoils system" (patronage appointments) and criticize how politicians prioritize office-seeking over public service. The Wasp positions itself as an independent voice opposing these practices.